To Drive the Cold Winter Away
Loreena McKennitt · 1987
45 min · 10 tracks · new age music · Celtic music
A serene blend of haunting melodies and traditional carols that evoke the spirit of winter festivities.
Why this album works
This album is significant for its role in popularizing Celtic music during the late 1980s and contributing to the resurgence of interest in folk traditions. It received critical acclaim and helped establish McKennitt as a prominent figure in world music, leading to her subsequent commercial success.
- Career context
- Released in 1987, 'To Drive the Cold Winter Away' was Loreena McKennitt's debut album, introducing her unique fusion of Celtic and new age music to a broader audience. At this point in her career, she was still an emerging artist, exploring her musical identity and establishing a foothold in the folk music scene.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Enya· Alan Stivell· Celtic Woman
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 In Praise of Christmas Standout 6:05
- 2 The Seasons 4:51
- 3 The King 2:05
- 4 Banquet Hall 3:53
- 5 Snow 5:38
- 6 Balulalow 3:11
- 7 Let Us the Infant Greet 3:46
- 8 The Wexford Carol Standout 6:11
- 9 The Stockford Carol 3:06
- 10 Let All That Are to Mirth Inclined Standout 6:54
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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